Topic: Ipod touch 2nd Gen stuck in recovery mode

I am new here and really could use some help. I have an iPod touch 2nd generation that seems to be stuck in recovery mode. None of my computers will recognize it no mater what I try (uninstalled USB drivers, rebooted you name it.)

I am pretty sure at this point its the iPod. I have tried to put it into DFU mode but I can not seem to get it. The iPod gives me about 2 or 3 seconds before it powers on and I see the Apple icon and then eventual the connect to iTunes screen.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Oh and it doesn't appear to be charging off the computer but will charge off a wall plug. However it never shows as charging regardless of where it is plugged in.